East Canton High School is a public high school in East Canton, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Osnaburg Local School District. Although the school's athletic teams have the mascot of the Hornets, the East Canton's girls' basketball team is nicknamed the Wizards.
Serving 179 students in grades 6-8, East Canton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Canton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
East Canton Middle School's student population of 179 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
As the heart of the community, Osnaburg Local Schools will educate, empower and cultivate the potential within every individual.
School Rankings
East Canton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Canton Middle School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1768 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
98%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Canton Middle School's ranking?
East Canton Middle School is ranked #1768 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are East Canton Middle School often compared to?
East Canton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canton Arts Academy Summit by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend East Canton Middle School?
179 students attend East Canton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of East Canton Middle School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Canton Middle School?
East Canton Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Canton Middle School offer ?
East Canton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Canton Middle School part of?
East Canton Middle School is part of Osnaburg Local School District.
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